Manatee County, Florida
125 hiking & walking trails · 5parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 13 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Manatee County, Florida
Manatee County is home to 125 mapped hiking trails and 5 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 13 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Manatee County
Up to 130 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Manatee County
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Sample Parks in Manatee County
Sample Trails in Manatee County
Curated Guides for Manatee County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Manatee County, Florida?
Yes — we have 125 mapped hiking and walking trails in Manatee County, Florida, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the best hiking trail in Manatee County, Florida for families?
26th Avenue West near Palmetto is one of the best family picks in Manatee County, Florida — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Manatee County, Florida?
Each of the 125 trails in Manatee County, Florida has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Manatee County, Florida?
Manatee County, Florida has 5 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (3 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Manatee County, Florida?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Manatee County, Florida right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Manatee County, Florida?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Florida for more options beyond Manatee County, Florida.
Hiking guides for Florida
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Manatee County.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Florida, Ranked
Florida's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: David MarcuFlorida's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Florida trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Florida
Ten gentle, well-marked Florida trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Florida
Florida's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Florida
Federal parks and recreation areas in Florida ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Florida: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Florida's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.